what we're trying out

Adding Stability And Security

Many families we partner with live in areas that are susceptible to landslides and earthquakes. A retaining wall can make a huge di erence in protecting a family’s home. This year, we will continue to build on the success of 2018 and plan to construct up to 10 retaining walls for families’ added protection during rainy season.

Seño Blanca and her three children used to sleep in one bed together. This led to many sleepless nights for the widowed mother of three. Seño Blanca and her family were the perfect candidates for a set of educational bunk beds. After working volunteer hours, they earned the new bunks and now Seño Blanca has seen a great change in their family. Everyone sleeps better and now her kids have a place to do their homework!

Addressing Illumination

Two important modi cations to the brolit homes were piloted recently in order to provide families with more light. By installing glass windows and inserting a transparent panel to the roof, families experience greater illumination without needing electricity each and every day.

Improving Learning Environments

It is not uncommon for children to sleep on the oor or three to four to a bed. From standard bunk beds to convertible beds that fold from bed to desk and chairs, our Housing Program is creating new ways to make homes more conducive to learning, starting by making sure each family member has a place to sleep and children have a place to study.

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